Sutter Health

Medical Assistant II

Sutter Health
Posted 10/19/2026full-timeSan Francisco • California • United StatesLead💰 $34 - $47 per hourWebsite
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Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in Medical Assisting skills, including taking vital signs and preparing patients for exams, while effectively communicating with patients and healthcare teams. Possesses a solid understanding of medical terminology, human anatomy, and electronic health record applications to support high-quality patient care.

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BLS-Basic Life Support CertificationMedical Assisting SkillsElectronic Health Record (EHR) ApplicationsCommunication SkillsTime Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Provide clinical and clerical support to providers and patient care teams
  • Perform back-office and patient-related tasks supporting high-quality patient care
  • Help ensure smooth patient and workflow within the department
  • Assist the patient care team in implementing the medical plan of care
  • Integrate education, technical competence, and patient interaction skills to gain patient and family cooperation
  • Perform all duties under the direction of a clinician

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Completion of a course of study consistent with Medical Board of California requirements for Medical Assistants, with diploma presented within 90 days
  • Alternatively, completion of Sutter Health on-the-job medical assisting training equivalent to one year
  • BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider certification
  • 1 year of recent relevant experience
  • General knowledge of medical procedures, views, and equipment
  • Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology
  • Competence and validation in basic Medical Assisting skills, including taking vital signs, preparing patients for exams, and administering injections
  • Ability to interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule-based data and instructions
  • Written and verbal communication skills
  • Time management and organizational skills
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and electronic health record (EHR) applications
  • Ability to prioritize assignments, work within standardized procedures, work independently and as part of a team, resolve standard problems, and collaborate with healthcare providers

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Comprehensive benefits package for eligible positions

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Hard Skills
Vital Signs MeasurementPatient Preparation for ExamsInjection AdministrationMedical TerminologyHuman Anatomy KnowledgePhysiology KnowledgePathology KnowledgeGeneral Knowledge of Medical ProceduresClerical SupportPatient Care Support
Soft Skills
Written CommunicationVerbal CommunicationOrganizational SkillsTeam CollaborationProblem Resolution
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft Office SuiteElectronic Health Record (EHR) Applications
Certifications & Qualifications
BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider Certification
Industry Keywords
Medical AssistingPatient CareHealthcare SupportMedical Board of California RequirementsSutter Health Training